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I almost always write in first person to capture the main character's voice. But now that I know the story, I feel hampered by it. I need a bit of distance, a larger perspective, and have switched to third person. What a difference it makes. And so, when I'm not taking care of my family or teaching, I'll be writing. That means being offline even though I enjoy the online writing community so very much. Wish me well. I can finally see the end of this exploratory draft.
I need to tape these two quotes to my computer:
Shut up and write. ~ Natalie Goldberg
Write the damn book. ~ Jane Yolen
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I'm cheering at the finish line!
Thank you, Bish.
I started my WIP in first person, and that lasted for maybe three pages. A switch to third opened it up so much! I so agree with you about silence. I write best with a quiet place, a quiet mind, and ideally no clock.
Marcia, I'm enjoying the freedom as well, but I'm in danger of head-hopping. I'm debating having a couple of chapters from other characters ... This is a first draft, so I have to get through this whichever way I can.
No clock? Oh, I couldn't do that. Even at night, when everybody is tucked safely in bed, I have to make sure I don't stay up too late.
You can do it!!
(and those quotes are hilarious!)
Trying my best ... if you see me online, shoo me off :)
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